Thiago Alves’ 15-year UFC career ended on Dec. 7 following his 27th bout inside the Octagon. But he still plans to put the gloves on again.
Prior to his loss to Tim Means at UFC on ESPN 7, “Pitbull” told MMA Fighting he would explore free agency and “probably” retire in 2020. One month later, the onetime UFC title challenger said he’s in talks with MMA promotions, but the numbers aren’t high enough to consider another fight.
“There are some negotiations going on, but nothing really excited me yet to keep fighting,” Alves told MMA Fighting.